Lanterns bring festive cheer to Ordos banner

Visitors to Ejin Horoo Banner in Ordos, Inner Mongolia autonomous region will be able to celebrate the upcoming Chinese New Year holiday surrounded by thousands of lanterns that have been placed around the city, according to a local media organization.

Photos shared on social media have quickly gone viral, with people commenting on the beauty of the city illuminated in different colors. The following are a selection of some of the best lantern photos, taken at nighttime. 

A picture showing the amazing night views in Ejin Horoo Banner, Ordos, Inner Mongolia autonomous region. [Photo/WeChat account of Ejin Horoo Banner]

Trees illuminated in different colors are photographed in Ordos. [Photo/WeChat account of Ejin Horoo Banner]